Maize Varieties Suitable For Machakos Amazing for High Yields

Maize varieties suitable for Machakos:

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Additional information on How to get high maize yields:

Choose the Right Maize Variety

In Kenya, there are a 200 maize varieties.

Each of these varieties grow best at specific altitudes.

They are also bred to overcome a specific problems associated with maize production.

For example, you’ll find maize varieties suitable for;

1. Highland areas,
2. Mid altitude areas,
3. Low altitude areas,
4. and even the Coastal strip.

You’ll also find maize varieties resistant to:

1. Maize streak virus,
2. Blights,
3. Lodging,
4. Cob rot, etc.

For more details on How to Get Maximum Maize Yields Per Acre, check out this post

Step 2: Grow The Right Maize Population Per Acre for High Maize Yields

To achieve this objective, you must use the right maize spacing.

I recommend that you space the maize at 20-30 cm between the plants, and 75-95 cm between the rows.

Have an Effective Weed Control Plan

Weeds can reduce maize yields by up to 50%.

To prevent this from happening, read this post on the impact of weeds on maize and how control weeds

Conduct a Soil Test to Determine Soil PH and Fertility

A soil test will enable you apply the correct fertilizer for your soil instead of using fertilizers blindly.

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